Presidio Golden Gate Club

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San Francisco Wedding Location
135 Fisher Loop, Presidio
San Francisco, CA 94129
Contact: Special Events
Phone: 415/561-5444
www.presidio.gov
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Why We Like This Place

Something magical must have come over the army architects who designed the many fine structures that dot San Francisco’s Presidio. Instead of fashioning plain barracks or no-frills buildings for the enlisted men and officers, they constructed some of the most exciting examples of Mission-style architecture on California’s northern coast.

The Presidio’s Golden Gate Club—which once functioned as the Non-Commissioned Officers club—is no exception. With its red tiled roof, white stucco walls and arcaded courtyard, it’s the very picture of rich, Spanish-inspired design. In this well-preserved 1940s-era club, weddings and special events now take place—and the sense of history and period details add real pizzazz to each celebration.

Nestled amongst the towering cypress typical of the Presidio, the Club’s white and red exterior pops in sharp contrast to the deep greens that surround it. As you approach, the wide-open courtyard of the U-shaped building reveals numerous palm trees and a fancy, tropical tile-and-grass patio. This area can accommodate stand-up cocktail receptions beautifully: Box hedges adorned with twinkle lights divide up the space and make it private, while cocktail tables covered in bright linens lend a formal touch.

When the mingling and champagne sipping have concluded, guests then drift past large white columns and through double-glass doors into the stately Ventana Room, undoubtedly the property’s most dazzling asset. A two-story wall of windows overlooks a grove of trees, and the bay shimmers in the distance. When you dress up this space for dinner and dancing, that incredible view remains the focal point. Here, you’ll also find a cathedral ceiling, a sizable wood dance floor, and a huge fireplace at one end of the long ballroom. As you look around and realize that you’re inside an elegant ballroom and intensely close to nature, you feel an overwhelming sense of serenity.

If you want to split up the party or you need more room, two other ballrooms—the Hawthorn and Cypress rooms—offer quiet, versatile areas for children to play, older guests to relax, or for dessert and espresso bars. Up on the second floor, there are three breakout rooms for additional space and a small mezzanine that overlooks the Ventana Room.

It’s worth mentioning that there are two charming chapels within walking distance of the Golden Gate Club. Saying “I do” at either one of them and then proceeding with all your guests over to the Club is fun and exhilarating—plus you can take advantage of photo opportunities along the way.

Although it may be hard to imagine soldiers once partying in such an elegant place, it’s quite easy to picture your own festivities here. Whether you’re planning a wedding, an anniversary bash or another special event, consider yourself lucky that the Golden Gate Club has passed out of army hands and into the public domain, where you can take advantage of its tranquil, sophisticated setting.

Capacity

Ceremony

Reception/Special Events

Meetings

Max. Seated Indoors: 200
Max. Seated Outdoors:

Max. Seated Indoors: 450
Max. Seated Outdoors:
Max. Standing Indoors: 850
Max. Standing Outdoors:

Max. Seated: 450

CEREMONY CAPACITY: The Club holds up to 200 seated guests depending on room selection and layout.

EVENT/RECEPTION & MEETING CAPACITY: With a buyout, the Club can accommodate up to 450 seated or 850 standing guests. Many configurations are available to accommodate groups of varying sizes; call for details.

Fees & Deposits

A $1,000 reservation fee is required to secure your date. A $250 insurance fee and a $1,500 security deposit are required. Rental fees range $4,000–7,000, depending on the day of the week.

Availability

Year round, daily, 8am–midnight. Not available on national holidays or Christmas and New Year’s Days and Eves.

Catering

BYO

Alcohol

BYO

Sites Uses

Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions
Special Events, Parties
Business Functions/Meetings
Rehearsal Dinners
On-Site Accommodations

Services/Amenities

Catering: BYO, licensed and insured
Kitchen Facilities: limited, prep only
Tables & Chairs: BYO or limited CBA
Linens, Silver, etc.: BYO or through caterer
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: yes, Ventana Room
Bride’s Dressing Area: CBA
Meeting Equipment: BYO or limited CBA
Parking: 40 spaces and large lot nearby, restrictions may apply
Accommodations: limited, call for details
Telephone: emergency use only
Outdoor Night Lighting: access only
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no
Cleanup: caterer or renter
View: SF Bay, Golden Gate bridge, cypress trees

Amplified Music

Indoors
Outdoors
w/ Restrictions

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair Accessible

Site Views

Forest/Wooded Area
Garden Patio/Courtyard
Ocean/Bay

Site Type

Historic/Landmark Building
Banquet/Events Facility

Restrictions

Alcohol: BYO, licensed and insured server
Smoking: outside only
Music: amplified OK indoors with volume restrictions until 11:30pm, outdoors until 6pm
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: extra liability required ($250)
Other: decorations require prior approval

Contact: Special Events
415/561-5444
www.presidio.gov
Email or request a proposal for your event from Presidio Golden Gate Club

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